{"id":526,"date":"2021-10-01T12:54:50","date_gmt":"2021-10-01T12:54:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/?page_id=526"},"modified":"2026-04-13T15:25:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T15:25:52","slug":"organizational-behavior-human-resources-bba","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/organizational-behavior-human-resources-bba\/","title":{"rendered":"BBA in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-templates umflint-template-default\"><div class=\"wp-block-umflint-jumbotron jumbotron jumbotron-fluid jumbotron-page-large  mb-3\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255,255,255);\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-card card card-default \"><h1 class=\"card-header\">BBA in <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Organizational Behavior &amp; Human Resources Management<\/mark><\/h1><div 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of Business Administration in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources offers a comprehensive exploration into the dynamics of human behavior within corporate environments. This program delves into the intricacies of human resources management, a pivotal process that encompasses the recruitment, development, and retention of talented employees to enhance organizational value.  Equip yourself with the essential skills to drive organizational success and foster a productive workplace with our BBA in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/10\/OBHRM.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman wearing glasses and a white polka-dot shirt sits across a dark wooden table from a man in a navy-blue polo shirt with yellow trim. The two are engaged in a conversation while sitting in bright-yellow lounge chairs. A colorful abstract painting hangs on the gray wall behind them.\" class=\"wp-image-601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/10\/OBHRM.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/10\/OBHRM-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-css-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\">Why Earn Your Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources at UM-Flint?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Professional Preparation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Organizational Behavior and Human Resources major is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in the fields of general management or in human resource management. These fields demand a range of personal qualities and skills, from the ability to work with diverse employees to the active promotion of organizational goals. The ideal student has \u201csoft skills\u201d like integrity, fair-mindedness, and a proactive personality, as well as being able to cope with conflicting points of view, function under pressure, and demonstrate discretion. The \u201chard skills\u201d necessary include computer proficiency, strong written and oral communication, math, and principles of business.<br><br>The curriculum intends to give students a broad understanding of organizations by addressing necessary managerial knowledge and skills. To help an organization function effectively, the curriculum focuses on managing teams, leading change, negotiation tactics, human resource development, and exploring key areas in human resources management. It also emphasizes the study of employee work behavior and how to maximize the potential of an organization\u2019s human resources.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2024\/09\/100.Online.png\" alt=\"A bold yellow icon depicting an open laptop. Below this icon is bold, navy-blue text that reads &quot;100% online.&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-2325\" style=\"width:198px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2024\/09\/100.Online.png 250w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2024\/09\/100.Online-180x300.png 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>100% Flexible Online Program Option<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Organizational Behavior and Human Resources degree is offered in an online format that caters to the multiple learning styles and schedules of today\u2019s busy students\u2014whether those students are starting as first-year students or taking advantage of transferable credits earned at another institution. The program is also available in a traditional face-to-face format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Student Focused HR Club<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clubs.umflint.edu\/shrm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Society for Human Resource Management<\/a><em> <\/em>UM-Flint<em> <\/em>student chapter<em> <\/em>aids students pursuing the OBHRM degree or Human Resources Management minor. This club frequently invites HR professionals to its speaker series, sends student representatives to HR conferences, competes in HR case competitions, and guides students with their student or professional Society for Human Resource Management certifications.&nbsp;UM-Flint\u2019s Society for Human Resource Management student chapter won Outstanding Student Organization in 2021. Interested students can contact Brian Blume at <a href=\"mailto:blume@umich.edu\">blume@umich.edu<\/a> or Gerald Knesek at <a href=\"mailto:knesek@umich.edu\">knesek@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Expert Faculty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s Organizational Behavior and Human Resources faculty bring practical working knowledge into the learning environment and are experienced, tested, and respected global experts in their field. Like all University of Michigan instructors, they have a passion for education and years of experience teaching and researching current business issues. Organizational Behavior and Human Resources faculty members are available to consult with students wishing to pursue careers in any of the above-mentioned areas.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover h-auto mt-5\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Bonardelli.jpg\" alt=\"A headshot of a smiling young man with dark hair and a light beard. He is wearing a denim jacket that has a gray hood and gray sleeves. Behind him is a empty lounge with tall windows, tables and chairs.\" class=\"wp-image-686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Bonardelli.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Bonardelli-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Nicholas Bonardelli<br><\/span><\/strong><em>Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once I was admitted into the School of Management, I immediately felt supported and knew that everyone here wanted me to succeed. During my time here, I had the privilege of being the Vice President of the School\u2019s Society of Human Resources (SHRM) group. I\u2019m so thankful I was able to be a part of such an intellectual group of people who have taught me so much. If I have a piece of advice for any new students it would be to get involved in the school as much as possible, there are so many resources here that will greatly benefit you!<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto\" style=\"min-height:40px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#dedfe1\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\">BBA in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">Visit the course catalog <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16201&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management Curriculum<\/a> to review our program.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover h-auto mb-5\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Jackson.jpg\" alt=\"A head-and-shoulders portrait of a young woman with long brown box braids swept to one side. She is smiling broadly at the camera while wearing a black top and a delicate gold necklace. The background is plain beige.\" class=\"wp-image-688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Jackson.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2021\/12\/Jackson-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"mt-4 has-medium-font-size\"><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Jazzmin Jackson<br><\/span><\/strong><em>Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I remember my first day on campus like it was yesterday. Being a recent grad from MCC, becoming acquainted with a new campus was challenging; but, I am so thankful for my small community on campus that helped me along the way. I will forever treasure the time spent on campus, and I\u2019ll be forever grateful that I was able to obtain my degree right here in my community.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Career Outlook for Human Resources Professionals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management students from 2019-2021 have interned at Michigan HR Day, Winegarden &amp; Haley, Fessler &amp; Bowman Inc., NCG Trillium Cinema, State of Michigan, Webasto, Custom Lawn Care, Coetic HR, General Motors, Soteria Home Health Care, Blue Chip Talent, JcPenney, Grand Pointe Automotive, City of Mason, Sea Automotive, and more.<br><br>OBHRM alumni are currently employed at a variety of organizations ranging from non-profits, corporations, self-employed, or Fortune 500 companies. Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management alumni work at companies such as Financial Plus Credit Union, DM Burr, MCA LLC, Meijer, BCBSN, Diplomat, Ascension, Quicken Loans, Optum, Huron Capital, Cengage Learning, Kelly Services, McLaren, Frankenmuth Insurance, General Motors, Ford, UM-Flint, and more.<br><br>The average salary for a Human Resources Specialist is $67,650 per year in 2023 according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/business-and-financial\/human-resources-specialists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>. The projected percent change in employment from 2023 to 2032 is growing faster than average at around 7%. The average growth rate for all occupations is 4 percent.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/55\/files\/2024\/09\/human-resources-specialist-stats-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"A large yellow circle displays &quot;$67,650&quot; in bold, blue font. Below this number are the words &quot;median annual wage for human resources specialists,&quot; with &quot;median annual wage&quot; in bold, black font. 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